Rhodes Modern Art Museum

Location: Town
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The Modern Art Museum of Rhodes is the second-biggest museum of contemporary art in Greece, consisting of 4 buildings in various parts of Rhodes Town. The efforts to establish the Museum started as early as the 1950s, with it officially opening its doors in 1964. Thanks to the work of its founder Andreas Ioannou, it was hosted in a restored historical building at Symi Square. In 2000, the Museum launched an exhibition of local and newer art in the building of Old Syssitio at Socratous Street. In 2002 a third exhibition venue opened after it was generously donated by Ioannis (1897-1978) and Paola Nestoridis (1914-2011). The fourth and final building opened in 2010 and lies opposite the famous Grande Albergo delle Rose.

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The museum houses both temporary and permanent exhibitions that consist of works of art made by artists born after 1863. Its main purpose is to familiarize and educate visitors of all ages with the culture and history of Greece from the 15th to the 21st century through its representation in contemporary art. Many paintings, manuscripts and sculptures that mostly date to the 20th century are among the display objects, while most of the artworks represent aspects of the Greek culture and history after 1832 and the foundation of the Modern Greek State.

In addition, the Museum opened The Department of Educational Programmes, which cooperates with the Primary and Secondary Education Offices, the University, and other organizations. The personnel of the Department works to organize various educational programs and workshops specifically designed for young children and teenagers.

Official website: mgamuseum.gr